General Manager Jobs in Columbus, OH

A General Manager in the fitness and recreation industry oversees the day-to-day operations of a fitness facility, sports club, or recreation center. Their responsibilities may include managing staff, developing budgets, creating fitness and wellness programs, maintaining equipment, coordinating marketing efforts, and ensuring the facility meets health and safety standards. They play a vital role in creating a positive and motivating atmosphere, as well as strategically planning for business growth. They also interact with members, handle complaints, and strive to provide exceptional customer service.

Key skills for a General Manager in this industry include leadership, communication, financial planning, and customer service. They should possess knowledge of fitness trends and the ability to implement engaging fitness programs. Ideally, they should hold a degree in Sports Management, Business, or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Club Manager (CCM) or Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) may be beneficial. Prior to becoming a General Manager, a person might hold roles such as Fitness Instructor, Sports Coach, or Assistant Manager in a fitness or recreational facility.

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High School Athletic Director

  • Marysville, OH (21 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marysville, OH (21 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 1 day ago

REPORTS TO : High School Principal EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular, full-time (260 Days) FLSA STATUS: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY : Lead and coordinate the Board approved high school athletic program and...

Athletic and Facilities Director

  • Milford Center, OH (24 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milford Center, OH (24 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 days ago

The Fairbanks Local School District (Milford Center, OH) is seeking applicants for an Athletic and Facilities Director for the 2025-2026 school year. Fairbanks is located in Central Ohio serving...

General Manager

  • Powell, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Powell, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Greater Delaware County region of Soccer Stars and its programming including: + Identify and execute aggressive short-term and long-term business...

Secretary to Athletic Director - Jerome HS (25-26 School Yr)

  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical - Classified Positions/Building Secretary Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Jerome High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide TITLE: Secretary to...

Secretary to Athletic Director - Jerome HS (25-26 School Yr)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 9 days ago

TITLE: Secretary to Athletic Director - Jerome HS (25-26 School Yr) JOB STATUS: FLSA Overtime Eligible REPORTS TO: Athletic Director DEPARTMENT: Academics and Student Learning PAY RANGE: Four (4)...

Sports Director

  • Marysville, OH (21 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Marysville, OH (21 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 13 days ago

We are currently looking for a full-time Sports Director to join our leadership team. Job Description We are looking for an individual who develops, organizes and implements high quality Youth,...

Aquatics Supervisor

  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Dublin, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 27 days ago

Position Summary As the Aquatics Supervisor, you will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools,...

Aquatics Supervisor-Outdoor (Seasonal) (Vacancy)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 30+ days ago

This Aquatics Supervisor position will be for the outdoor season, which starts May 17th. Special Note: For candidates that have a American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate which includes...

Salon and Spa Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 45+ days ago

Our mission at Aveda is to care for the world we live in, from the products we make to the ways in which we give back to society. At Aveda, we strive to set an example for environmental leadership...

The Associate General Manager will lead corporate sponsorship sales and fulfillment efforts around events organized by the OHSAA, maintaining and enhancing relationships with both the OHSAA staff, member...

Pool Manager

  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

Are you ready to dive into an unforgettable summer adventure? City of Pickerington is seeking responsible, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join our summer pool staff team. If you have a...

Assistant Pool Manager

  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pickerington, OH (19 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 90+ days ago

Are you ready to dive into an unforgettable summer adventure? City of Pickerington is seeking responsible, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join our summer pool staff team. If you have a...

Summer Day Camp Director

  • Columbus, OH
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 90+ days ago

KE Camps is the leading provider of summer camps for country clubs nationwide. We partner with over 230 private clubs all over the country to implement traditional-style day camps for...

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Salary for General Manager Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Highest Education Level

General Managers in Columbus, OH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
60.2%
Master's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
5.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
High School or GED
2.7%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Managers in Columbus, OH
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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